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How best to clean and restore block paving

Pall S 27/05/2026 - 3.19 PM

I have a mid-sized area of block paving on the front driveway. Area wise, it is probably about the size of 3–4 cars. The block paving is well constructed and has stood the test of time. I am weary of using the wrong method to clean the driveway. If you research YouTube, there are so many conflicting methods and different advice. Some say don't use a jet wash, while others say don't use a rotary patio cleaner. Can I be advised on the best way to deal with this? The paving is probably over 20 years old and there are various marks visible which could do with removing it. There is soil and weeds in the joints which were treated a few months earlier and are now under control. Thanks

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Alpha Conservation Ltd

Rating: 5 out of 5

Basildon

The best way to clean block paving of that age would be a chemical pre-treatment followed by a low-pressure rinse. You are right to be cautious as high-pressure jet washing and aggressive rotary cleaners can often erode older pavers, blast away structural jointing sand and/or flood the sub-base which leads to sunken patches in your paving.

Answered27 May 2026